For the 2024 school year, there are 13 public schools serving 3,046 students in Arcata, CA (there are 3 private schools, serving 182 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in Arcata, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in Arcata, CA are Union Street Charter, Northcoast Preparatory And Performing Arts Academy and Arcata High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Arcata, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in Arcata have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Arcata, CA (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Union Street Charter
Charter School
(Math: 80-89% | Reading: ≥90%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
470 Union St.
Arcata, CA 95521
(707) 822-4845
Arcata, CA 95521
(707) 822-4845
Grades: K-5
| 99 students
Rank: #22.
Northcoast Preparatory And Performing Arts Academy
Charter School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1761 11th St.
Arcata, CA 95518
(707) 822-0861
Arcata, CA 95518
(707) 822-0861
Grades: 6-12
| 163 students
Rank: #33.
Arcata High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1720 M St.
Arcata, CA 95521
(707) 825-2400
Arcata, CA 95521
(707) 825-2400
Grades: 9-12
| 1,006 students
Rank: #44.
Six Rivers Charter High School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1720 M St.
Arcata, CA 95521
(707) 825-2428
Arcata, CA 95521
(707) 825-2428
Grades: 9-12
| 114 students
Rank: #55.
Fuente Nueva Charter
Charter School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 60-69% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1730 Janes Rd.
Arcata, CA 95521
(707) 822-3348
Arcata, CA 95521
(707) 822-3348
Grades: K-5
| 144 students
Rank: #66.
Pacific Coast High (Continuation School)
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1720 M St.
Arcata, CA 95521
(707) 822-2443
Arcata, CA 95521
(707) 822-2443
Grades: 9-12
| 47 students
Rank: #77.
Trillium Charter
Charter School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 60-79% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1464 Spear Ave.
Arcata, CA 95521
(707) 822-4721
Arcata, CA 95521
(707) 822-4721
Grades: K-5
| 41 students
Rank: #88.
Coastal Grove Charter
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1897 S St.
Arcata, CA 95521
(707) 825-8804
Arcata, CA 95521
(707) 825-8804
Grades: K-8
| 234 students
Rank: #99.
Sunny Brae Middle School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1430 Buttermilk Ln.
Arcata, CA 95521
(707) 822-5988
Arcata, CA 95521
(707) 822-5988
Grades: 6-8
| 209 students
Rank: #1010.
Pacific Union Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3001 Janes Rd.
Arcata, CA 95521
(707) 822-4619
Arcata, CA 95521
(707) 822-4619
Grades: K-8
| 526 students
Rank: #1111.
Laurel Tree Charter
Charter School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4555 Valley W. Blvd.
Arcata, CA 95521
(707) 822-5626
Arcata, CA 95521
(707) 822-5626
Grades: K-12
| 175 students
Rank: #1212.
Arcata Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2400 Baldwin St.
Arcata, CA 95521
(707) 822-4858
Arcata, CA 95521
(707) 822-4858
Grades: K-5
| 259 students
Rank: #1313.
Mad River High (Continuation School)
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1300 Murray Rd.
Arcata, CA 95521
(707) 839-6480
Arcata, CA 95521
(707) 839-6480
Grades: 9-12
| 29 students
Arcata, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1897 S St.
Arcata, CA 95521
(707) 826-0134
Arcata, CA 95521
(707) 826-0134
Grades: K-6
| 230 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Arcata, CA?
The top ranked public schools in Arcata, CA include Union Street Charter, Northcoast Preparatory And Performing Arts Academy and Arcata High School.
How many public schools are located in Arcata, CA?
13 public schools are located in Arcata, CA.
What percentage of students in Arcata, CA go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in Arcata, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Arcata, CA?
Arcata, CA public schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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